Published October 12, 2025 by Michael Le Pard , Editor‑in‑Chief
Total Motorcycle Bikers Dictionary
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Straight Pipes – An exhaust system with no baffles inside thus the exhaust travels straight through unrestricted. (Very loud and technically illegal in most areas.)
| Saddle — The motorcycle seat. | ||
| Saddle Patch — Patch for long‑distance riders. | ||
| Saddle Tramp — Rider who travels constantly, often without a fixed home. | ||
| Saddlebag — Side‑mounted storage bag, often leather or hard case. | ||
| Saddlebagger — Touring rider with full luggage. | ||
| Safety Check — Pre‑ride inspection for mechanical or safety issues. | ||
| Safety Nazi — Rider obsessed with rules and safety. | ||
| Safety Nazi — Slang for a rider obsessed with rules, gear, and safety. | ||
| Safety Patch — Patch for safety‑focused riders. | ||
| Safety Wire — Wire used in racing to secure bolts and prevent loosening. | ||
| Scab — Rider who joins a group ride uninvited. | ||
| Scab Club — Informal group without official recognition. | ||
| Scab Patch — Unauthorized patch worn by a rider. | ||
| Scavenge — Clearing exhaust gases from a two‑stroke engine. | ||
| Scavenger Pump — Oil pump returning oil to the tank in dry‑sump engines. | ||
| Scavenging Effect — Improved cylinder filling due to exhaust flow. | ||
| Scoot — Slang for a motorcycle. | ||
| Scooter — Small motorcycle with step‑through frame and small wheels. | ||
| Scooter — Step‑through small motorcycle. | ||
| Scooter Trash — Slang for scooter riders, sometimes used jokingly. | ||
| Scramble — Off‑road race over mixed terrain. | ||
| Scramble Patch — Patch for scrambler riders. | ||
| Scramble Race — Off‑road competition. | ||
| Scrambler — Motorcycle designed for both street and light off‑road use. | ||
| Scrambler Style — Custom style with high pipes and knobby tires. | ||
| Scratch — Slang for money used in biker culture. | ||
| Scratch Race — Race with no handicaps, all riders start equal. | ||
| Scratch Rider — Rider who pushes limits aggressively. | ||
| Screamer — High‑revving two‑stroke engine. | ||
| Screamin’ Eagle — Harley‑Davidson performance parts brand. | ||
| Screamin’ Night Hog — Rider who prefers long‑distance night riding. | ||
| Screw It, Let’s Ride — Harley slogan, meaning ride despite obstacles. | ||
| Screw Loose — Slang for a rider acting erratically. | ||
| Screwdriver — Slang for a reckless rider. | ||
| Scuff — Wear mark on tires from aggressive cornering. | ||
| Scuff Marks — Tire or boot marks on pavement. | ||
| Scuffed Leathers — Worn protective gear showing use. | ||
| Seat Cowl — Cover replacing passenger seat for solo riding. | ||
| Seat Height — Distance from ground to seat top. | ||
| Seat Pan — Base structure of a motorcycle seat. | ||
| Secondaries — Secondary carburetor barrels or throttle bodies. | ||
| Secondary Drive — Final drive system (chain, belt, shaft). | ||
| Secondary Roads — Smaller roads favored by riders over highways. | ||
| Seized Motor — Engine locked and inoperable. | ||
| Seized Piston — Piston stuck in cylinder from seizure. | ||
| Seizure — Engine lockup due to overheating or lack of lubrication. | ||
| Self‑Canceling Signals — Turn signals that shut off automatically. | ||
| Self‑Start — Electric starter system. | ||
| Self‑Tapping Screw — Fastener used in motorcycle assembly. | ||
| Send Fest — Group ride where everyone pushes hard. | ||
| Send It — Slang for going all‑out, often in stunts or racing. | ||
| Sendy — Rider known for risky, aggressive moves. | ||
| Sensor Fault — Error in electronic monitoring system. | ||
| Sensor Light — Dashboard warning from a sensor. | ||
| Sensor Unit — Device detecting engine or system conditions. | ||
| Service Interval — Scheduled maintenance mileage. | ||
| Service Manual — Official repair and maintenance guide. | ||
| Service Stand — Stand used for maintenance. | ||
| Session — Track riding period. | ||
| Session Pass — Ticket for multiple track sessions. | ||
| Session Rider — Rider participating in track sessions. | ||
| Shadetree Mechanic — Slang for a self‑taught rider who fixes bikes at home. | ||
| Shadetree Patch — Patch for riders who wrench at home. | ||
| Shadetree Shop — Informal garage setup for DIY repairs. | ||
| Shadow — Honda cruiser line. | ||
| Shadow Patch — Club patch for Shadow riders. | ||
| Shadow Rider — Member of Honda Shadow rider groups. | ||
| Shadow Scene — Community around Honda Shadow cruisers. | ||
| Shakedown Patch — Patch for successful test rides. | ||
| Shakedown Ride — Test ride after repairs or builds. | ||
| Shakedown Run — First long ride after modifications. | ||
| Shakedown Test — Trial to ensure reliability. | ||
| Shank Patch — Patch earned for long walks after breakdowns. | ||
| Shank Ride — Ride cut short due to breakdown. | ||
| Shank Rider — Rider forced to walk home. | ||
| Shank’s Mare — Slang for walking when the bike breaks down. | ||
| Shark Fin — Rear brake guard shaped like a fin. | ||
| Shark Nose — Harley fairing style (Road Glide). | ||
| Shark Patch — Patch with shark imagery. | ||
| Shark Rider — Rider known for aggressive style. | ||
| Shark Tank — Slang for aggressive group of riders. | ||
| Shark Teeth — Aggressive tire tread pattern. | ||
| Sharp Dressed Rider — Rider in full stylish gear. | ||
| Sharp Turn — Tight corner requiring skill. | ||
| Sharpie Rider — Rider who marks territory at rallies. | ||
| Sheepskin — Seat cover for comfort on long rides. | ||
| Sheepskin Cover — Seat cover accessory. | ||
| Sheepskin Pad — Cushion used on long rides. | ||
| Sheepskin Patch — Patch for long‑distance comfort riders. | ||
| Shell — Helmet outer layer. | ||
| Shell Patch — Patch with helmet imagery. | ||
| Shell Rider — Rider shaken by experience. | ||
| Shell Shocked — Rider overwhelmed by a crash or intense ride. | ||
| Shift — Changing gears. | ||
| Shift Lever — Pedal used to change gears. | ||
| Shift Light — Indicator for optimal shift point. | ||
| Shifter Boot — Cover protecting shift mechanism. | ||
| Shifter Kart — Small racing kart with motorcycle engine. | ||
| Shifter Rod — Linkage connecting shift lever to transmission. | ||
| Shiftless — Slang for automatic transmission motorcycles. | ||
| Shiftless Patch — Patch for auto‑bike riders. | ||
| Shiftless Rider — Rider of auto‑shift bikes. | ||
| Shimmy — Unstable front‑end wobble. | ||
| Shimmy Bar — Slang for handlebars during wobble. | ||
| Shimmy Patch — Patch earned after surviving a wobble. | ||
| Shimmy Patch — Patch earned after surviving wobble. | ||
| Shiny Chrome — Rider obsessed with polishing chrome. | ||
| Shiny Helmet — Slang for a new rider. | ||
| Shiny Patch — Patch mocking inexperienced riders. | ||
| Shiny Rider — Rider with brand‑new gear. | ||
| Shiny Side Up — Slang for safe riding (bike not crashed). | ||
| Ship of Fools — Group of reckless riders. | ||
| Ship Patch — Patch for group rides. | ||
| Ship Rider — Rider traveling with group. | ||
| Shock — Suspension component. | ||
| Shock Absorber — Device damping suspension movement. | ||
| Shock Reservoir — External fluid chamber for shocks. | ||
| Shooter — Slang for a fast rider. | ||
| Shooter Patch — Patch for speed events. | ||
| Shooter Run — High‑speed group ride. | ||
| Short Block — Engine assembly without cylinder head. | ||
| Short Circuit — Electrical fault. | ||
| Short Gear — Lower gear ratio for acceleration. | ||
| Short Patch — Patch for drag racers. | ||
| Shorty Helmet — Minimal half helmet. | ||
| Shorty Levers — Shortened brake/clutch levers. | ||
| Shorty Pipes — Short exhaust pipes. | ||
| Shotgun Patch — Patch for pillion riders. | ||
| Shotgun Pipes — Parallel dual exhausts. | ||
| Shotgun Rider — Passenger riding pillion. | ||
| Shotgun Start — Informal race start. | ||
| Shovel Patch — Patch for Shovelhead enthusiasts. | ||
| Shovel Rider — Rider of Harley Shovelhead models. | ||
| Shovelhead — Harley‑Davidson engine produced 1966–1984, named for its rocker covers. | ||
| Show Bike — Motorcycle built for display. | ||
| Show Chrome — Highly polished chrome parts. | ||
| Show Patch — Patch for show bikes. | ||
| Show Pony — Bike built for looks, not performance. | ||
| Show Rider — Rider who only displays bikes. | ||
| Shred Patch — Patch for aggressive riding. | ||
| Shred Session — Hard riding session. | ||
| Shredder — Rider who aggressively attacks corners. | ||
| Shrink Fit — Tight mechanical fit. | ||
| Shrink Tank — Custom small fuel tank. | ||
| Shrink Wrap — Protective plastic covering. | ||
| Shut Down — Ending a race or ride. | ||
| Shut Off Valve — Fuel valve. | ||
| Shut Out — Rider excluded from group. | ||
| Side Burner — Loud side‑exit exhaust. | ||
| Side Burner Patch — Patch for loud customs. | ||
| Side Burner Rider — Rider with side‑exit pipes. | ||
| Side Hack — Slang for a motorcycle with a sidecar. | ||
| Side Hustle — Rider who flips bikes for profit. | ||
| Side Hustle Patch — Patch for bike traders. | ||
| Side Hustle Rider — Rider known for buying/selling. | ||
| Side Stand — Kickstand supporting the bike when parked. | ||
| Side Stand — Kickstand supporting the bike. | ||
| Side Stand Switch — Safety switch preventing riding with stand down. | ||
| Sideburn Patch — Patch for riders who scrape tires. | ||
| Sideburn Rider — Rider who corners aggressively. | ||
| Sideburns — Slang for tire wear marks on the sidewall. | ||
| Sidecar — Passenger car attached to motorcycle. | ||
| Sidecar Monkey — Passenger in a racing sidecar, shifting weight. | ||
| Sidecar Rig — Motorcycle with sidecar attached. | ||
| Sidekick — Slang for a riding buddy. | ||
| Sidekick Patch — Patch for loyal riding partners. | ||
| Sidekick Ride — Ride with a close friend. | ||
| Sidelined — Rider temporarily out due to injury or breakdown. | ||
| Sidelined Patch — Patch for downtime riders. | ||
| Sidelined Rider — Rider waiting for repairs or recovery. | ||
| Sideways — Slang for sliding a motorcycle, especially in dirt track racing. | ||
| Sideways Glance — Quick look at another rider while passing. | ||
| Sideways Style — Riding style emphasizing controlled slides. | ||
| Sidewinder — Slang for a winding road. | ||
| Sidewinder Patch — Patch for twisty road riders. | ||
| Sidewinder Rider — Rider who loves serpentines. | ||
| Silent But Deadly — Slang for stealthy custom bikes. | ||
| Silent Patch — Patch for quiet riders. | ||
| Silent Rider — Rider who avoids attention. | ||
| Silver Bullet — Slang for a fast silver bike. | ||
| Silver Patch — Patch for silver‑painted bikes. | ||
| Silver Rider — Rider of silver motorcycles. | ||
| Single Track — Narrow off‑road trail. | ||
| Single Track Rider — Rider skilled at narrow trails. | ||
| Sissy Bar — Tall backrest bar behind the passenger seat. | ||
| Sissy Pad — Small cushion attached to a sissy bar. | ||
| Sissy Rail — Grab rail for passenger comfort. | ||
| Sit‑Down Rider — Rider skilled at sit‑down wheelies. | ||
| Sit‑Down Wheelie — Wheelie performed while seated. | ||
| Six Pack — Slang for six‑cylinder motorcycles (e.g., Honda CBX). | ||
| Six Shooter — Slang for a six‑into‑six exhaust system. | ||
| Sixth Gear — Top gear on many motorcycles. | ||
| Skag — Slang for low‑quality fuel or oil. | ||
| Skag Patch — Patch mocking poor maintenance. | ||
| Skagged Out — Bike running poorly due to bad fuel. | ||
| Skate — Slang for sliding on pavement. | ||
| Skate Patch — Patch earned after a slide. | ||
| Skate Rider — Rider who crashes and slides. | ||
| Skid Lid — Slang for a motorcycle helmet. | ||
| Skid Marks — Tire marks left from hard braking. | ||
| Skid Plate — Protective plate under engine for off‑road bikes. | ||
| Skid Row — Slang for a rough biker hangout. | ||
| Skid Row Patch — Patch for outlaw‑style clubs. | ||
| Skid Row Rider — Rider from a tough background. | ||
| Skinny Bars — Narrow handlebars. | ||
| Skinny Ride — Slang for stripped‑down minimalist bikes. | ||
| Skinny Tire — Narrow front tire, common on choppers. | ||
| Skull Cap — Minimal half helmet. | ||
| Skull Patch — Patch featuring skull imagery. | ||
| Skull Rider — Rider with skull‑themed gear. | ||
| Skunk Bike — Odd or experimental motorcycle. | ||
| Skunk Patch — Patch for experimental builds. | ||
| Skunk Stripe — White stripe painted on a helmet. | ||
| Skunk Works — Custom garage producing unique builds. | ||
| Slab — Slang for the interstate or highway. | ||
| Slab City — Nickname for desert biker gathering spot. | ||
| Slab City Patch — Patch for desert rally veterans. | ||
| Slab City Rider — Rider who frequents desert rallies. | ||
| Slab Rider — Rider who prefers long highway runs. | ||
| Slab Trip — Long‑distance highway ride. | ||
| Slam Patch — Patch for slammed builds. | ||
| Slammed — Bike lowered close to the ground. | ||
| Slammed Ride — Custom with extreme low stance. | ||
| Slapper — Violent tank‑slapper wobble. | ||
| Slapper Bar — Bar used to stabilize front end. | ||
| Slapper Patch — Patch earned after surviving a tank‑slapper. | ||
| Slapshift — Quick, aggressive gear change. | ||
| Slapshift Patch — Patch for drag racers. | ||
| Slapshift Rider — Rider known for fast shifting. | ||
| Slash Cut Pipes — Exhaust pipes cut at an angle. | ||
| Slash Patch — Patch with slash‑cut imagery. | ||
| Slash Rider — Rider with angled exhausts. | ||
| Sleeper — Bike that looks stock but is heavily modified for speed. | ||
| Sleeper Build — Custom project hiding performance mods. | ||
| Sleeper Patch — Patch for stealth performance bikes. | ||
| Slick Patch — Patch for track racers. | ||
| Slick Rider — Rider skilled at smooth control. | ||
| Slicks — Racing tires with no tread. | ||
| Slide — Controlled loss of traction. | ||
| Slide Out — Crash caused by losing traction. | ||
| Slide Patch — Patch earned after a slide. | ||
| Slingshot — Suzuki GSX‑R nickname (early carb models). | ||
| Slingshot Intake — Ram‑air intake system. | ||
| Slingshot Patch — Patch for drag racers. | ||
| Slingshot Rider — Rider of Suzuki Slingshot models. | ||
| Slingshot Start — Drag racing launch technique. | ||
| Slip Patch — Patch for drafting or slipstream events. | ||
| Slip‑On — Aftermarket muffler replacing stock exhaust. | ||
| Slipstream — Riding in the aerodynamic draft of another vehicle. | ||
| Slop — Excessive play in controls. | ||
| Slop Patch — Patch mocking sloppy builds. | ||
| Slop Tank — Poorly built custom fuel tank. | ||
| Slow Patch — Patch for slow‑race winners. | ||
| Slow Race — Competition to ride as slowly as possible without dabbing. | ||
| Slow Ride — Slang for relaxed cruising. | ||
| Slowpoke — Slang for a slow rider. | ||
| Slowpoke Patch — Patch mocking slow riders. | ||
| Slowpoke Rider — Rider mocked for slow pace. | ||
| Slug — Heavy piston or nickname for a slow rider. | ||
| Slug — Heavy piston or rider nickname. | ||
| Slug Bike — Slow, heavy motorcycle. | ||
| Slug Patch — Patch mocking slow riders. | ||
| Smash — Slang for a crash or wreck. | ||
| Smash Patch — Patch earned after surviving a crash. | ||
| Smash Up — Major accident involving multiple bikes. | ||
| Smash Up — Major accident. | ||
| Smoke Patch — Patch for burnout contests. | ||
| Smoke Rider — Rider known for burnouts. | ||
| Smoke Rider — Rider known for frequent burnouts. | ||
| Smoke Show — Burnout producing heavy smoke. | ||
| Smokin’ Joe — Slang for a rider with a smoky exhaust. | ||
| Smokin’ Patch — Patch for smoky exhaust bikes. | ||
| Smokin’ Rider — Rider known for smoky burnouts. | ||
| Snaggle Patch — Patch mocking poor chain maintenance. | ||
| Snaggle Ride — Bike with rough drivetrain condition. | ||
| Snaggletooth Sprocket — Worn sprocket with uneven teeth. | ||
| Snail Cam — Chain adjuster shaped like a snail shell. | ||
| Snail Pace — Slang for very slow riding. | ||
| Snail Patch — Patch for slow riders. | ||
| Snake — Slang for a winding, twisty road. | ||
| Snake — Winding road. | ||
| Snake Patch — Patch for conquering famous twisty roads. | ||
| Snake Run — Ride on a famous twisty road. | ||
| Snakebite — Slang for a flat tire caused by pinching tube. | ||
| Snakebite Patch — Patch for flat‑tire survivors. | ||
| Snakebite Rider — Rider who frequently flats. | ||
| Snap Patch — Patch for aggressive throttle riders. | ||
| Snap Rider — Rider known for jerky throttle use. | ||
| Snap Throttle — Abrupt twist of the throttle. | ||
| Snazzy Patch — Patch for stylish builds. | ||
| Snazzy Ride — Slang for a flashy custom motorcycle. | ||
| Snazzy Rider — Rider with standout fashion and bike. | ||
| Snell — Helmet safety certification. | ||
| Snell Patch — Patch for certified helmets. | ||
| Snell Sticker — Certification label on helmets. | ||
| Sniffer — Emissions testing device. | ||
| Sniffer Patch — Patch for emissions‑compliant bikes. | ||
| Sniffer Test — Exhaust emissions check. | ||
| Snort Patch — Patch for loud exhaust riders. | ||
| Snort Rider — Rider known for noisy bikes. | ||
| Snortin’ Hog — Slang for a loud Harley. | ||
| Snow Bike — Motorcycle converted with ski and track kit. | ||
| Snow Patch — Patch for winter riders. | ||
| Snow Run — Winter group ride. | ||
| Snowbound — Rider stuck in winter conditions. | ||
| Snowbound Patch — Patch for winter downtime. | ||
| Snowbound Rider — Rider who stores bike for winter. | ||
| Snub Nose — Short front fairing style. | ||
| Snub Patch — Patch for short‑style builds. | ||
| Snub Pipes — Shortened exhaust pipes. | ||
| Soaker — Ride in heavy rain. | ||
| Soaker Patch — Patch for rain rides. | ||
| Soaker Rider — Rider who braves storms. | ||
| SoCal Patch — Patch for SoCal clubs. | ||
| SoCal Rider — Rider from Southern California. | ||
| SoCal Scene — Motorcycle culture in Southern California. | ||
| Sock Monkey — Slang for a sidecar passenger. | ||
| Sock Patch — Patch with sock monkey imagery. | ||
| Sock Ride — Ride with quirky sidecar setups. | ||
| Soft Brake — Brake lever with a spongy feel, often due to air in the line. | ||
| Soft Patch — Patch mocking weak or poorly maintained brakes. | ||
| Soft Rider — Rider with timid braking style. | ||
| Softail — Harley‑Davidson frame style with hidden rear suspension. | ||
| Softail Patch — Patch for Softail owners. | ||
| Softail Rider — Rider of Harley Softail models. | ||
| Solid Mount — Engine mounted directly to frame. | ||
| Solid Mount — Engine mounted directly to the frame without rubber isolation. | ||
| Solid Patch — Patch for riders who value reliability. | ||
| Solid Ride — Slang for a dependable, vibration‑heavy bike. | ||
| Solo Patch — Patch for independent riders. | ||
| Solo Rider — Rider who prefers to ride alone. | ||
| Solo Run — Long ride taken alone. | ||
| Solo Seat — Single‑rider seat. | ||
| Solo Spirit — Rider identity emphasizing independence. | ||
| Son of a Gun — Slang exclamation among riders. | ||
| Son Patch — Patch for “Sons” clubs. | ||
| Son Rider — Rider in a “Sons” club. | ||
| Son Run — Ride organized by a “Sons” club. | ||
| Sons Forever — Brotherhood motto. | ||
| Sons of Anarchy — Fictional club from TV series. | ||
| Sons of Silence — Motorcycle club. | ||
| Soot Patch — Patch for dirty exhausts. | ||
| Soot Patch — Patch mocking dirty exhausts. | ||
| Soot Rider — Rider with poorly tuned bike producing soot. | ||
| Sooty Pipes — Exhaust pipes blackened by carbon buildup. | ||
| Soup Bike — Highly modified motorcycle. | ||
| Soup Patch — Patch for custom performance builds. | ||
| Soup Patch — Patch for performance builds. | ||
| Soup Rider — Rider participating in charity runs. | ||
| Soup Run — Charity ride delivering food or aid. | ||
| Soup Run — Charity ride delivering food. | ||
| Souped Up — Bike modified for more power. | ||
| Spade — Slang for a Harley shovelhead engine. | ||
| Spade Patch — Patch with spade imagery. | ||
| Spade Rider — Rider of shovelhead Harleys. | ||
| Spanner — British slang for wrench. | ||
| Spanner Check — Quick bolt inspection. | ||
| Spanner Monkey — Mechanic or tinkerer. | ||
| Spanner Patch — Patch for meticulous mechanics. | ||
| Spanner Rider — Rider who always checks bolts. | ||
| Spanner Run — Ride to a mechanic’s rally. | ||
| Spark Arrestor — Device preventing sparks in exhaust. | ||
| Spark Patch — Patch for peg‑dragging riders. | ||
| Spark Plug — Ignition component. | ||
| Spark Rider — Rider known for scraping parts. | ||
| Spark Show — Sparks from scraping pegs or metal parts. | ||
| Speed Demon — Rider who rides excessively fast. | ||
| Speed Freak — Rider obsessed with speed. | ||
| Speed Patch — Patch for top‑speed attempts. | ||
| Speed Rider — Rider known for speed. | ||
| Speed Run — High‑speed ride or top‑speed attempt. | ||
| Speed Trap — Police radar zone. | ||
| Speed Trap Patch — Patch mocking tickets. | ||
| Speed Trap Rider — Rider frequently caught speeding. | ||
| Speedo — Slang for speedometer. | ||
| Speedo Check — Looking at the speedometer. | ||
| Speedo Delete — Removing speedometer for racing. | ||
| Speedwagon — Slang for a fast touring bike. | ||
| Speedwagon Patch — Patch for touring speedsters. | ||
| Speedwagon Rider — Rider of fast tourers. | ||
| Spill — Minor crash or fall. | ||
| Spill Crew — Group known for frequent spills. | ||
| Spill Patch — Patch earned after a fall. | ||
| Spill Patch — Patch for group crashes. | ||
| Spill Rider — Rider known for frequent crashes. | ||
| Spillover — Crash involving multiple riders. | ||
| Spin Cycle — Slang for a burnout. | ||
| Spin Out — Loss of traction causing a crash. | ||
| Spin Patch — Patch earned after a spin. | ||
| Spin Rider — Rider known for spinning tires. | ||
| Spitback — Carburetor backfire. | ||
| Spitback Patch — Patch for carb issues. | ||
| Spitback Rider — Rider with poorly tuned carbs. | ||
| Spitfire — Triumph motorcycle model. | ||
| Spitfire Patch — Patch for Triumph Spitfire owners. | ||
| Spitfire Rider — Rider of Triumph Spitfire models. | ||
| Spitfire Scene — Community around Triumph Spitfires. | ||
| Spitfire Tank — Custom tank style. | ||
| Splash Guard — Fender extension to block water. | ||
| Splash Patch — Patch for wet rides. | ||
| Splash Rider — Rider who braves puddles. | ||
| Splat — Slang for a crash. | ||
| Splat Patch — Patch earned after a crash. | ||
| Splat Rider — Rider nickname after a crash. | ||
| Split Lane — Lane splitting between cars. | ||
| Split Patch — Patch for lane‑splitting riders. | ||
| Split Rider — Rider who lane splits. | ||
| Spoiler — Aerodynamic wing or fairing extension. | ||
| Spoiler Patch — Patch with spoiler imagery. | ||
| Spoiler Rider — Rider with aero mods. | ||
| Sport Tourer — Motorcycle blending sport and touring. | ||
| Sport Touring Patch — Patch for touring sportbike clubs. | ||
| Sport Touring Rider — Rider of sport tourers. | ||
| Sportbike — High‑performance motorcycle. | ||
| Sportbike Patch — Patch for sportbike clubs. | ||
| Sportbike Rider — Rider of sportbikes. | ||
| Sportster — Harley‑Davidson model line. | ||
| Sportster Patch — Patch for Sportster owners. | ||
| Sportster Rider — Rider of Harley Sportsters. | ||
| Spotlight — Auxiliary light for visibility. | ||
| Spotlight Patch — Patch with spotlight imagery. | ||
| Spotlight Rider — Rider known for visibility. | ||
| Spray Job — Custom paintwork. | ||
| Spray Patch — Patch for custom painters. | ||
| Spray Rider — Rider with flashy paint. | ||
| Spring Patch — Patch for spring rally attendance. | ||
| Spring Rider — Rider who celebrates spring rides. | ||
| Spring Run — Annual spring kickoff ride. | ||
| Springer — Harley front suspension with exposed springs. | ||
| Springer Patch — Patch for Springer owners. | ||
| Springer Rider — Rider of Harley Springers. | ||
| Spur Patch — Patch for spontaneous rides. | ||
| Spur Ride — Ride organized spontaneously. | ||
| Spur Rider — Rider who rides on impulse. | ||
| Squad Goals — Slang for group riding aspirations. | ||
| Squad Patch — Patch for riding crews. | ||
| Squad Ride — Group ride with friends. | ||
| Squall Line — Group of riders arriving suddenly, like a storm front. | ||
| Squall Patch — Patch earned for riding through severe weather. | ||
| Squall Rider — Rider known for braving storms. | ||
| Squat — Rear suspension compression under acceleration. | ||
| Squat Bike — Custom with lowered rear stance. | ||
| Squat Patch — Patch for drag racers or stunt riders. | ||
| Squib — Small, underpowered motorcycle. | ||
| Squib Patch — Patch mocking small bikes. | ||
| Squib Rider — Rider of a small‑displacement bike. | ||
| Squid — Slang for reckless rider with little gear or skill. | ||
| Squid Nation — Group of reckless riders. | ||
| Squid Patch — Patch mocking unsafe riders. | ||
| Stab It — Slang for sudden throttle twist. | ||
| Stab Patch — Patch for aggressive throttle riders. | ||
| Stab Rider — Rider known for abrupt throttle. | ||
| Stacked Bars — Handlebars mounted high with risers. | ||
| Stacked Pipes — Exhaust pipes mounted vertically. | ||
| Stacked Ride — Custom with exaggerated vertical elements. | ||
| Stage — Position at drag strip start line. | ||
| Stage Light — Indicator at drag strip. | ||
| Stage Patch — Patch for drag racers. | ||
| Staggered Formation — Group riding pattern with alternating positions. | ||
| Staggered Patch — Patch for formation riding. | ||
| Staggered Pipes — Exhaust pipes offset in length. | ||
| Stall — Engine stopping unexpectedly. | ||
| Stall Out — Rider killing the engine. | ||
| Stand Up — Slang for a wheelie performed while standing on the pegs. | ||
| Stand Up — Slang for a wheelie. | ||
| Stand Up Patch — Patch for stunt riders specializing in wheelies. | ||
| Stand Up Rider — Rider skilled at performing stand‑up wheelies. | ||
| Standard — Naked motorcycle with upright ergonomics. | ||
| Standard Patch — Patch for standard bike clubs. | ||
| Standard Rider — Rider of standard/naked motorcycles. | ||
| Star Bolt — Yamaha cruiser model. | ||
| Star Patch — Patch for Yamaha Star riders. | ||
| Star Rider — Member of Yamaha Star motorcycle clubs. | ||
| Start Grid — Grid positions before a race begins. | ||
| Start Line — Beginning of a race. | ||
| Start Patch — Patch for race participants. | ||
| Steed — Slang for a motorcycle, likening it to a horse. | ||
| Steed — Slang for a motorcycle. | ||
| Steed Patch — Patch with horse/bike imagery. | ||
| Steed Rider — Rider who refers to their bike as a steed. | ||
| Steel Horse — Slang for a motorcycle. | ||
| Steel Horse Patch — Patch with horse imagery. | ||
| Steel Horse Rider — Rider who calls their bike a steel horse. | ||
| Steering Damper — Device reducing handlebar oscillations. | ||
| Steering Lock — Lock preventing handlebar movement. | ||
| Steering Stop — Limit of handlebar travel. | ||
| Steez — Slang for stylish riding or personal flair. | ||
| Steez — Slang for stylish riding. | ||
| Steez Patch — Patch for riders with standout style. | ||
| Steez Rider — Rider known for stylish moves. | ||
| Stinger — Small, loud two‑stroke exhaust tip. | ||
| Stinger Patch — Patch for two‑stroke enthusiasts. | ||
| Stinger Pipe — Expansion chamber with stinger. | ||
| Stitch — Slang for Aerostich riding suit. | ||
| Stitch Patch — Patch for Aerostich owners. | ||
| Stitch Rider — Rider wearing Aerostich gear. | ||
| Stoked — Slang for excited about riding. | ||
| Stoked Patch — Patch for enthusiastic riders. | ||
| Stoked Rider — Rider thrilled to ride. | ||
| Stomp Grip — Tank pads for knee grip. | ||
| Stomp Patch — Patch for aggressive riders. | ||
| Stomp Rider — Rider using aggressive tank grip. | ||
| Stone Chip — Paint damage from debris. | ||
| Stone Cold — Slang for a tough rider. | ||
| Stone Cold Patch — Patch for hardcore bikers. | ||
| Stone Cold Rider — Rider with fearless reputation. | ||
| Stone Guard — Protective mesh for radiator. | ||
| Stone Patch — Patch with stone imagery. | ||
| Stopie — Stunt lifting rear wheel under braking. | ||
| Stopie Patch — Patch for stunt riders. | ||
| Stopie Rider — Rider skilled at stoppies. | ||
| Stoplight Grand Prix — Slang for informal street races at intersections. | ||
| Stoplight Patch — Patch mocking riders who only race at lights. | ||
| Stoplight Racer — Rider who drag races from traffic lights. | ||
| Storm Chaser — Rider who deliberately rides into storms. | ||
| Storm Patch — Patch for storm riding. | ||
| Storm Patch — Patch for storm‑riding veterans. | ||
| Storm Rider — Rider who enjoys riding in storms. | ||
| Storm Run — Group ride in bad weather. | ||
| Storm Run — Group ride organized during stormy weather. | ||
| Straight Bar — Flat handlebar style. | ||
| Straight Line Patch — Patch for drag racers. | ||
| Straight Line Run — Drag race or top‑speed attempt. | ||
| Straight Liner — Rider who only rides highways, avoiding curves. | ||
| Straight Patch — Patch for straight‑pipe riders. | ||
| Straight Pipes — Exhaust with no mufflers. | ||
| Strap Down — Securing bike for transport. | ||
| Strap Patch — Patch for haulers. | ||
| Strap Rider — Rider hauling bikes. | ||
| Street Cred — Respect earned in the riding community. | ||
| Street Glide — Harley touring model. | ||
| Street Heat — Slang for aggressive city riding. | ||
| Street Heat Patch — Patch for urban racers. | ||
| Street Heat Rider — Rider known for hot city runs. | ||
| Street King — Rider known for dominating local roads. | ||
| Street Legal — Motorcycle meeting road regulations. | ||
| Street Meat — Slang for a rider who crashes on pavement. | ||
| Street Meat Patch — Patch mocking crash victims. | ||
| Street Meat Rider — Rider known for frequent crashes. | ||
| Street Patch — Patch for riders with strong reputations. | ||
| Street Racer — Rider racing illegally on streets. | ||
| Street Rod — Harley V‑Rod variant. | ||
| Street Shark — Aggressive rider who dominates city traffic. | ||
| Street Shark Patch — Patch for aggressive urban riders. | ||
| Street Shark Rider — Rider known for weaving through traffic. | ||
| Street Sleeper — Bike that looks stock but hides performance mods. | ||
| Street Sleeper Patch — Patch for sleeper builds. | ||
| Street Sleeper Rider — Rider of stealth performance bikes. | ||
| Street Sweep — Group ride clearing a route. | ||
| Street Sweep Patch — Patch for sweep riders. | ||
| Street Sweep Rider — Rider who volunteers as sweep in group rides. | ||
| Street Tracker — Custom styled after flat trackers. | ||
| Street Trash — Slang for neglected or poorly maintained bikes. | ||
| Street Trash Patch — Patch mocking neglected bikes. | ||
| Street Trash Rider — Rider with a beat‑up bike. | ||
| Streetfighter — Naked sportbike with aggressive styling. | ||
| Streetfighter Build — Custom conversion from crashed sportbike. | ||
| Streetfighter Patch — Patch for streetfighter clubs. | ||
| Streetwise — Rider with strong urban riding skills. | ||
| Streetwise Patch — Patch for skilled city riders. | ||
| Streetwise Rider — Rider adept at city survival. | ||
| Stretch — Extended swingarm or frame. | ||
| Stretch Bike — Custom with long wheelbase. | ||
| Stretch Frame — Custom frame extended for style. | ||
| Stretch Patch — Patch for stretched bikes. | ||
| Stretch Tank — Fuel tank elongated for custom look. | ||
| Strike — Club protest ride. | ||
| Strike Patch — Patch for protest events. | ||
| Strike Rider — Rider in protest runs. | ||
| Stripper Bike — Motorcycle stripped of unnecessary parts. | ||
| Stripper Build — Custom emphasizing minimalism. | ||
| Stripper Patch — Patch for stripped‑down bikes. | ||
| Stroker — Engine modified for longer stroke. | ||
| Stroker Kit — Kit increasing displacement via stroke. | ||
| Stroker Motor — Engine modified with longer stroke. | ||
| Stroker Patch — Patch for stroker builds. | ||
| Stroll — Slang for a casual ride. | ||
| Stroll Patch — Patch for casual riders. | ||
| Stroll Rider — Rider who cruises slowly. | ||
| Stuck Patch — Patch for throttle incidents. | ||
| Stuck Rider — Rider dealing with stuck throttle. | ||
| Stuck Throttle — Throttle jammed open. | ||
| Studded Patch — Patch with stud imagery. | ||
| Studded Saddlebags — Bags decorated with studs. | ||
| Studded Seat — Seat decorated with studs. | ||
| Stumble — Engine hesitation. | ||
| Stumble Patch — Patch mocking failed starts. | ||
| Stumble Rider — Rider known for botched launches. | ||
| Stumble Start — Poor launch at a race. | ||
| Stunt — Motorcycle trick riding. | ||
| Stunt Cage — Frame protection for stunt bikes. | ||
| Stunt Patch — Patch for stunt performers. | ||
| Stunt Rider — Rider performing tricks. | ||
| Stunt Show — Organized stunt performance. | ||
| Subframe — Rear frame section supporting seat. | ||
| Subframe Loop — Custom rear frame loop. | ||
| Subframe Patch — Patch for custom builders. | ||
| Submarine — Bike ridden through deep water. | ||
| Submarine Patch — Patch mocking waterlogged bikes. | ||
| Submarine Rider — Rider who floods their bike. | ||
| Suds Patch — Patch for bar runs. | ||
| Suds Rider — Rider known for bar hopping. | ||
| Suds Run — Ride ending at a bar. | ||
| Sugar Patch — Patch for charity riders. | ||
| Sugar Rider — Rider participating in children’s charity runs. | ||
| Sugar Run — Charity ride for children’s causes. | ||
| Suicide Bars — Extremely tall ape‑hanger handlebars. | ||
| Suicide Clutch — Foot clutch with hand shifter. | ||
| Suicide Patch — Patch for extreme custom riders. | ||
| Suicide Pegs — Forward pegs mounted dangerously far. | ||
| Suicide Shifter — Hand shifter paired with foot clutch. | ||
| Sunburn Patch — Patch mocking careless riders. | ||
| Sunburn Run — Ride in extreme heat. | ||
| Sunburnt Rider — Rider who rides without sunscreen or gear. | ||
| Sunday Patch — Patch for weekend warriors. | ||
| Sunday Rider — Rider who only rides on weekends. | ||
| Sunday Run — Casual weekend group ride. | ||
| Sunset Patch — Patch for sunset rides. | ||
| Sunset Rider — Rider who prefers evening rides. | ||
| Sunset Run — Evening group ride. | ||
| Super Slab — Slang for the interstate or major highway. | ||
| Super Slab Patch — Patch for highway riders. | ||
| Super Slab Rider — Rider who prefers highways. | ||
| Superbike — High‑performance sport motorcycle, usually 1000cc class. | ||
| Superbike Patch — Patch for superbike clubs. | ||
| Superbike Rider — Rider of superbikes. | ||
| Supercharged — Bike fitted with a supercharger. | ||
| Supercharged Patch — Patch for boosted builds. | ||
| Supercharged Ride — Slang for any bike with extreme acceleration. | ||
| Supercharged Rider — Rider of forced‑induction bikes. | ||
| Supercharger — Forced‑induction device increasing engine power. | ||
| Supermoto — Hybrid style: dirt bike frame with street wheels/tires. | ||
| Supermoto Patch — Patch for supermoto clubs. | ||
| Supermoto Rider — Rider of supermoto bikes. | ||
| Supersport — Middleweight sportbike class. | ||
| Supersport Patch — Patch for supersport clubs. | ||
| Supersport Rider — Rider of 600cc sportbikes. | ||
| Survivor Bike — Old motorcycle kept running with minimal restoration. | ||
| Survivor Patch — Patch for riders who keep vintage bikes alive. | ||
| Survivor Rally — Gathering of riders with unrestored classics. | ||
| Survivor Rider — Rider of unrestored classics. | ||
| Suspension Sag — Amount suspension compresses under rider weight. | ||
| Suspension Travel — Distance suspension compresses under load. | ||
| Suspension Tune — Adjustments for handling and comfort. | ||
| Swagger — Rider’s confident style or attitude. | ||
| Swagger Patch — Patch for riders with standout style. | ||
| Swagger Ride — Group ride emphasizing style and presence. | ||
| Swagger Rider — Rider known for swagger. | ||
| Swamp Patch — Patch for off‑road swamp rides. | ||
| Swamp Rat — Rider who thrives in muddy terrain. | ||
| Swamp Run — Ride through muddy terrain. | ||
| Swap Meet — Motorcycle parts and gear marketplace. | ||
| Swap Patch — Patch for swap meet attendees. | ||
| Swap Ride — Informal bike‑swapping among friends. | ||
| Swap Rider — Rider who frequents swap meets. | ||
| Sweeper — Long, fast curve in the road. | ||
| Sweeper Patch — Patch for conquering famous sweepers. | ||
| Sweeper Rider — Rider skilled at handling sweepers. | ||
| Sweet Patch — Patch for standout custom bikes. | ||
| Sweet Ride — Slang for a beautiful motorcycle. | ||
| Sweet Spot — Optimal RPM range for smooth power. | ||
| Swingarm — Rear suspension component holding the wheel. | ||
| Swingarm Patch — Patch for stretched customs. | ||
| Swingarm Stretch — Modification extending wheelbase. | ||
| Switch Kill — Engine cutoff switch. | ||
| Switch Patch — Patch with switch imagery. | ||
| Switchback — Sharp hairpin turn on mountain roads. | ||
| Switchback — Sharp hairpin turn. | ||
| Switchback Patch — Patch for conquering famous switchback roads. | ||
| Switchback Rider — Rider skilled at mountain switchbacks. | ||
| Switchgear — Handlebar‑mounted controls for lights, signals, and ignition. | ||
| Swivel Head — Rider constantly scanning surroundings for hazards. | ||
| Swivel Patch — Patch for alert riders. | ||
| Swivel Ride — Ride emphasizing situational awareness. | ||
| Swivel Rider — Rider known for awareness. | ||
| Synch — Synchronization of carburetors or throttle bodies. | ||
| Synch Patch — Patch for mechanics who tune carbs. | ||
| Synch Tool — Device for balancing carburetors. | ||
| System Check — Pre‑ride inspection of electronics. | ||
| System Fault — Electronic error message. | ||
| System Patch — Patch for diagnostic riders. | ||
